On April 1, SeeYou put their new version 3.95 on their webpage (erroneously described on their webpage as a new build of the old 3.94). Anyone submitting flights to the OLC should download this version, as it appears to fix the bug where the tow could be counted as part of the optimized...

All, New hazards to keep an eye out for - http://www.faasafety.gov/SPANS/noticeView.aspx?nid=2278 Tim

recently I've had two files rejected by the olc. SeeYou shows and scores it correctly, but the OLC shows, scores, and rejects the drive home. Can't understand why SeeYou shows it si easily but OLC can't find it. Help? Brian

I know there has been several threads on making new glider placards to replace old, hard to read ones. However, I think I have just found something new that might be the best idea yet. See: http://www.horizonsisg.com/alumajet/alumajet-inkjet-printable-aluminum.html These days, "archival quality,...

Is it common practice to NOTAM a field if there is a competition? How 'bout for smaller contests? or friendly weekend gathering? GA

Flying will commence at 05:30 Sunday May 9 at Eagle Field and continue until gravity intervenes or 19:00. Cost is $1/mile one-way. (Mt Grove $200/Knoxville $450) Adjusted for level of service requested. All proceeds will go to the US Team Fund. Silver Level: Unlimited whistling by P1 Two 60...

My EW microrecorder has been dropping the GPS signal. This usually happens after about an hour or so after the start of the flight. It can occure in straight or circling flight. It has taken up to 30 minutes to reaquire the GPS signal. I am sending the unit back to Cumulous Soaring to update...

Those 44-odd pilots participating in the Region 9S contest at El Tiro Gliderport next week might be interested in the long-range weather forecast. Although El Nino isn't quite dead yet, it is expected that the more southerly passage of weather systems and fronts that has brought us some...

Hello All, On a suggestion from Dave Nadler I've posted US/Canada border information in Tim Newport-Peace and OpenAir formats on my website at http://www.soaringdata.info. I'll probably get around to doing US/ Mexico the next time the weather is crummy in my neck of the woods. The border data is...

Looks like yesterday was a pretty spectacular (if challenging) day in the Mid-Atlantic states. I see a bunch of 1000K plus flights on the OLC, and am aware of at least one or two potential records. Any narrative from the participants (I was locked in an interior, windowless conference room)? P3

I flew with several much more advanced pilots on Saturday, 4 hours in 100% ridge lift, very turbulent, very rough terrain (North Cascades WA State), very cool. Afterwords it was pointed out to me that my Rate Of Climb statistic was 1/2 of everyone else, although I was keeping up altitude wise. Is...

A recent conversation with an experienced glider pilot/flight instructor got me to wondering... I know of one CFIG/FBO who - when he got into the CFIG activity years ago - admitted to several years of 800 hours/year in rides and instruction...in Ohio! I know roughly how many annual hours...

After capturing several new BMapper Background maps, I would like to eliminate some old ones that are no longer used so they do not show up on the drop down on the upper left corner of the program. I have been unable to find any files by the names shown to delete. Can anyone help with details on...

Hi, I just took a bunch of photos of the new Naviter Oudie and all the included accessories. I also show photos of an optional modification to the Oudie's cradle which allows it to work well with a RAM cradle or GNeck2 gooseneck. Below are links to the updated pages. I now have Oudie units in...

Hi Gang This was posted on SOG (Stemme Owner's Group). I am posting it here and on RAS. Enjoy. Why don't we ever see this kind of stuff done in the US? Dave Don't try this at home, but do be sure to watch the video after checking the still shots. Terry

Hi, My awesome cable manufacturer Larry Goddard is having a very difficult time obtaining new power/data connectors for Compaq Aero 1500 units. Does anyone know of a current source for them? Does anyone have any old AeroC-x cables that they are no longer using? I'll give you $10 credit for...

I am running Mobile SeeYou on an HP HX4700 PDA and having a problem with a Bluetooth Screen which pops up periodically and lights a blue light on the upper left hand corner of the device. The wireless menu shows ALL OFF and this seems to keep happening. The screen comes up showing Bluetooth...

This snow is only about 30 minutes old! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf6DTjaoFCU Ah, it feels good to be at the begining of another soaring season!!!

Before we order a new set for a Pegasus that hasn't been flown in a number of years, does anyone happen to have a set of the reinforced Pegasus Rudder pedals necessary to comply with AD 2005-08-12? Specifically, they are parts $Y185A (left) and $Y196A (right). If you might be interested in...

For those who managed to escape all notice that the paper FAA certificates were being turned over to plastic cards, as publicized for the last two years: your paper flying license is now kindling, as from midnight last night! Regards Brian Whatcott with a brand new license to fly....